Organic
Bon Rouge Pear
"Sweet, refreshing and juicy, the perfect pear for every season"
The Bon Rouge Pear, a succulent and sweet variety, has a distinctive red skin with tender flesh and a delicate flavor, perfect for both eating fresh and cooking alike
Also known as
Bon Rouge d'Hiver, Rouge d'Hiver
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
93014
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › All Sizes
Origin
Europe, United States
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Bon Rouge Pear
Bon Rouge Pears are rich in fiber, antioxidants, and are an excellent source of vitamins A and C and potassium.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition facts for Bon Rouge Pear per 100 grams serving:
Energy 57 kcal
Carbohydrates 14.3 grams
Fiber 2.8 grams
Sugar 9.6 grams
Protein 0.4 grams
Fat 0.1 grams
Vitamin A 23 IU
Vitamin C 4.2 milligrams
Potassium 116 milligrams
Magnesium 6 milligrams
Folate 11 micrograms
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for European pears in general (Pacific Northwest commercial practice; all cultivars). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Humidity
90-94%
Packaging
Ventilated boxes or bags to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation
Storage Notes: Pears are very temperature sensitive and are held just below freezing, so precise temperature control is needed to avoid freezing, and high humidity or polyethylene liners help limit their rapid moisture loss. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 471-480.
Applies to: European pears in general (Pacific Northwest commercial practice; all cultivars).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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PLU Reference
4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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